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InZenless Zone Zero, each character has a unique Attribute and Specialty that makes them a capable unit in battle. Learning how each character works and how to maximize their efficiency will make gameplay much smoother and enjoyable. No matter whether a character is A-Rank or S-Rank, each one has a use.
Von Lycaon is a member of the Victoria Housekeeping Co. and prioritizes Ice and Stun attacks. While you won’t get him for free just by completing the story, it’s worth using your Signal Searches to pull him for your squad. Here’s how you can build him to help carry your team in Zenless Zone Zero!
Best Builds For Lycaon
As a member of the Victoria Housekeeping Co., Von Lycaon knows how to clean house with his stunning abilities. Hefills up the Daze meterfor enemies whiledealing Ice attacks. His special abilities allow him todeal more damage to Dazed enemiesas well, but only if you build him properly.
To build him up, you’ll needW-Engines and Drive Discsthat amplify his abilities. Below, you’ll find the best equipment for Von Lycaon:
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The Restrained
As his signature W-Engine, The Restrained is the best pairing for Von Lycaon. This W-Engineincreases the DMG and Daze from his Basic Attacksand stacks.
2
Hellfire Gears
Another S-Rank W-Engine that can work for Lycaon is Hellfire Gears. Off-field Energy Regen increases, andLycaon receives a boost to his Impactwhen using his Special Attack.
3
Six Shooter
This A-Rank W-Engineincreases the Daze inflicted by Lycaonafter stacking charges from Special Attacks.
4
Steam Oven
Lycaon’sImpact will increase for every ten Energy accumulated, stacking several times. It’s a great option if you’re able to get ahold of it.
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Precious Fossilized Core
While not the best A-Rank W-Engine, it’s worth giving to Lycaon. When a target’s HP is below 50 percent, he’lldeal more Dazeto the enemy.
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Vortex - Arrow
If you aren’t able to get any of the above W-Engines, try using this one. It’s a great budget option thatincreases the amount of Daze Lycaon will inflict.
Synergy With Lycaon
Shockstar Disco
This four-piece set increases Lycaon’s Impact, allowing him todeal more Dazeto enemies in battle.
Swing Jazz
As a two-piece set paired with Shockstar Disco, Swing Jazz willincrease Lycaon’s Energy Regento let him use his Special Attack more often.
Polar Metal
Instead of Swing Jazz, Polar Metal can be used as a two-piece set tohelp Lycaon deal more DMGin combat.
Best Bangboo For Lycaon
Bangboos are useful little companions that can support you from the sidelines. From healing your squad to dealing damage,every Bangboo in Zenless Zone Zerohas a purpose.
Below are the best Bangboos to use with Lycaon to maximize his potential:
Sharkboo
Sharkboo is a great ally for Lycaon! This little guy will helpdeal Ice DMG and accumulate Ice Anomaly Buildupin combat. This is made even more effective when there are two Ice agents in your squad.
Penguinboo
Penguinboo will also help withdealing Ice DMG and accumulating Ice Anomaly Buildup. The Chain Attack won’t be as effective as Sharkboo’s with two Ice characters, but Penguinboo is still a great option.
Butler
Butler’s main goal is tohelp with Energy Regen, allowing Lycaon to use his Special Attack more frequently. Their Chain Attack can also deal massive Phsyical DMG to enemies.
Bagboo
If you aren’t able to pull an S-Rank Bangboo, Bagboo is a great alternative. Bagboodeals Physical DMG in quick successionand pairs well if there’s an Attack character in the squad with Lycaon.
Lycaon Skill Overview And Priority
While selecting the right equipment for Lycaon is important, so isupgrading his skillsto ensure he can tackle even the toughest enemies. Every skill is worth looking at, but not all of them are worth expending resources on for each character.
Lycaonbenefits most from his Basic Attack and Special Attack, as those two are how hedeals DMG and Dazeto enemies. His Core Skill is also vital as aStun character, like Anby,so make sure to upgrade that when you have the chance.
You’ll want to prioritize skills that increase the amount of Daze Von Lycaon inflicts, as that’s his primary objective in combat.
Below is the best order to upgrade Von Lycaon’s skills tomaximize his damage output:
As you adapt to playing as Lycaon, you’ll use his Dodge attacks less and less.
Instead, Chain Attack and Assist will deal more Daze and Damage in the long run.
